EXIT INTERVIEW
Overview:
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To encourage student self-evaluation and goal setting as seniors transition to higher education, to career/workplace, and/or to military service.
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To provide formal resume writing and interview experience.
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To allow seniors to reflect on their Allegheny Valley education and achieve closure to their high school experience.
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To present staff/community interviewers an opportunity to gain insight to the accomplishments of high school seniors as well as their hopes and plans for the future.
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To provide the school with feedback regarding school improvement.
On the Day of the Interview:
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Report to the interview site at least fifteen minutes prior to your interview time.
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Students will start with their 5-7 minute presentation followed by interview questions from the panel.
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Come prepared to present yourself as a professional young adult from start to finish.
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The Exit Interview will be approximately 25 minutes in length.
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As with all interviews, you should dress in a businesslike manner. Clothes should be in good condition, wrinkle-free, and work-place appropriate.
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Females: A suit, professional dress, or slacks/skirt (fingertip length) with a conservative blouse, dress shoes (no sandals), minimal jewelry, no visible tattoos
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Males: Suit or dress slacks, dress shirt, and tie, dark socks, dress shoes, no visible tattoos or piercings
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Keep make-up and perfume/body spray to a minimum.
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Helpful Hints:
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Listen to what is really being asked
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Answer all questions that are asked of you
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Be mindful of what you say
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Be yourself and sincere
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Be friendly
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Be responsive
Exit Interview Rubric (click to view)
Interview Resources Articles:
Below you will find helpful information regarding the interview process.
http://www.bankrate.com/brm/news/advice/19990629a.asp
https://www.livecareer.com/career/advice/interview/interview-questions